Your closing should leave a confident, professional impression and include a clear call to action.
The Formula
Enthusiasm + Value proposition + Call to action + Thank you
Examples by Tone
Confident
"I'm confident that my experience in [skill] would make an immediate impact on [Company]'s [goal]. I'd welcome the chance to discuss this further and am available at your convenience."
Enthusiastic
"I'm genuinely excited about the opportunity to join [Company] and contribute to [specific initiative]. I look forward to hearing from you."
Direct
"I'd appreciate 20 minutes of your time to discuss how I can help [Company] achieve [goal]. I'll follow up next week if I haven't heard back."
Sign-Off Options
- Sincerely — Safe, professional
- Best regards — Slightly warmer
- Thank you — Simple and effective
- Respectfully — Very formal
What NOT to Do
- Don't apologize for lack of experience
- Don't say "I hope to hear from you" (passive)
- Don't mention salary expectations (unless asked)
- Don't use "Cheers" or "Thanks!" (too casual)
